Serving 664 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Grindstone Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grindstone Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Grindstone Elementary School's student population of 664 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grindstone Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grindstone Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#593 out of 3181 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
7%
17%
White
73%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grindstone Elementary School's ranking?
Grindstone Elementary School is ranked #593 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Grindstone Elementary School often compared to?
Grindstone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fernway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Grindstone Elementary School?
664 students attend Grindstone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Grindstone Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grindstone Elementary School?
Grindstone Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grindstone Elementary School offer ?
Grindstone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grindstone Elementary School part of?
Grindstone Elementary School is part of Berea City School District.
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